Healthcare Security Guard

Position Overview

Title: Healthcare Security Guard

Employment Type: Full-time

Pay Rate: $19.00/hour

Site: Lennox & Addington County General Hospital

Schedule: Continental Nights Only (19:00 - 07:00)

Overtime Methodology: Ontario Averaging Agreement (AA) After 88 Hours

Site Overview

Lennox & Addington County General Hospital provides core general medicine and surgical care to the Napanee community. With expanding specialist clinics and a 24-hour emergency department serving over 26,000 patients annually, the facility offers a safe, dynamic environment focused on quality patient care.

What You'll Be Doing

• Conduct proactive and reactive security patrols across the main hospital site and surrounding facilities.
• Provide dedicated patient watches to support clinical staff and ensure patient safety.
• Respond quickly to incidents, applying calm and effective de-escalation techniques.
• Monitor surveillance systems and investigate routine security incidents.
• Write clear, detailed, and professional incident reports.
• Maintain policy awareness and enforce facility rules, including parking and smoking by-laws.
  
  

Must Haves

• Minimum of 6 months of healthcare security experience.
• Valid Ontario Security License.
• Valid Standard First Aid & CPR Level C certification (WSIB-approved).
• Proof of double COVID-19 vaccination and complete immunization records (MMR, Varicella, and Step 1 & 2 TB Skin Tests).
• Valid Use of Force (UoF) and Management of Aggressive Behaviour (MOAB) certifications, or willingness to complete Paladin's free pre-onboarding training course.
• Ability to stand, sit, and complete extensive patrols for up to 12 hours per shift.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and stay self-motivated.
• Legal authorization to work in Canada.
  
  

What's In It For You?

• Competitive pay at $19.00/hour with daily pay access options.
• Comprehensive health benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
• Paid vacation and sick days.
• Free uniforms along with a dry cleaning and tailoring allowance.
• Security license reimbursement.
• Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.
  
  

Why Join Our Team?

Paladin Security: Great Place To Work Certified™ 2026 – Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we CARE!

The Paladin Difference starts with our people; we're the best because we hire the best. We believe in promoting from within, respecting people and their differences, providing high quality service and always having fun! If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we want to meet you!

Paladin Security has a diverse workforce and we believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Paladin Security uses AI-based tools as part of our recruitment process to assist with resume screening and candidate assessment. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed by a member of our hiring team. We regularly evaluate our systems to minimize bias and ensure compliance with applicable human rights and privacy legislation.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.